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'Rafiki': The First Kenyan Film To Premiere At Cannes, Banned At Home | [
"NPR's Sacha Pfeiffer speaks to Wanuri Kahiu, director of the film <em>Rafiki </em>about Kahiu's style of filmmaking and why the movie was banned in Kenya."
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"It's Friday, and here are some of the stories we're watching: Egypt's 'Smooth Military Coup' Protested. Last Suspect In 1995 Sarin Attack Arrested In Tokyo. Forest Boy Is A Hoax, Police Say. Prosecutors Rest Their Case In Sandusky Sex Assaults Trial. (Philadelphia Inquirer) Britain Proposes Expanding Individual Da... | npr | {
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Dog Trained As Ultimate Whale Pooper Snooper | [
"Killer whales in Puget Sound aren't doing very well. They were placed on the endangered species list in 2005, and there are several hypotheses for why they're not recovering. In Puget Sound, a team of researchers is relying on a secret weapon with a killer nose to figure out what's wrong with the orcas in Northwes... | [
"Good morning, we're looking at these stories today: Assad Names New Prime Minister, Fighting Continues In Aleppo. Done In a Day: China Wraps Up Murder Trial Of Once-Prominent Politician's Wife. Gunmen Attack Egyptian Police Station In Sinai; Follows Militant Attack On Egyptian Border Post. (UPI) George Zimmerman T... | npr | {
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With Theaters Shut Down, Why Not Put On A 'Play At Home'? | [
"Theaters across the country have commissioned playwrights to create short plays that anyone can download and perform at home or online with friends and family. The initiative is called Play at Home."
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"Stories: 1) Mike Judge: Mining Comic Joy From Workplace Pain 2) Mad Mel, Approaching The 'Edge Of Darkness' Again 3) Changing The 'Game,' But Not For The Better"
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Struggling Nuclear Industry Lobbies State Governments For Help | [
"Updated at 4:58 p.m. May 18 to update the status of an Ohio bill and to add the name of a group spearheading support for it. Just like coal companies, America's nuclear power industry is having a tough time. It faces slowing demand for electricity, and competition from cheaper natural gas and renewables. And now... | [
"Good morning, here are our early stories: -- Photo Shows Lander Sitting On A Comet; A Bounce-Landing. -- Congress Will Vote On Keystone XL Pipeline, With An Eye On Louisiana. And here are more early headlines: Obama Cautions Burma Against Slow Pace Of Reform. (BBC) India Arrests Doctor In Sterilization Deaths Of S... | npr | {
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In 'Brothers At War,' A Family That Fights Together | [
"Every family has war stories of one sort or another. The Rademacher clan has been blessed with a war storyteller to recount them. In Brothers At War, director Jake Rademacher posits the battlefield documentary as family therapy and as brotherly bonding glue. Jake's the brother who did not go to war as two siblin... | [
"Stories: 1) Michael Chabon: On What 'Manhood' Means 2) A Grandfather's Message To His Autistic Grandson 3) 'Restrepo' And 'The Lottery': Two Places, Two Battles"
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Do Boeing Engineers Have Enough Leverage To Strike? | [
"Boeing engineers in the Pacific Northwest are voting on whether to authorize a strike. The labor dispute is playing out against a dramatic backdrop. The engineers are needed now more than ever to help fix the batteries on Boeing's flagship 787 Dreamliner."
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"Good morning - here are some of our early headlines: Protesters Attack U.S. Diplomatic Buildings in Egypt, Libya; One American Worker Killed. (CNN) Chicago Teachers' Strike Starts Third Day, No Breakthrough Seen. (Chicago Tribune) German Court Backs European Bailout Plan. (Wall Street Journal) Two Factory Fires In... | npr | {
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DOJ Signals JPMorgan Deal Could Be Model For Other Cases | [
"The Justice Department on Tuesday announced a landmark $13 billion settlement with JPMorgan Chase. That's the largest settlement the federal government has ever made with a single company. It's three times the BP Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill settlement."
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"Our posts so far today: -- Reports: Emails Indicate White House Was Worried About Solyndra. -- Will She Tip Over? Norwegian Cruise Ship Listing Dangerously After Fire. -- Texas Execution Put On Hold By Supreme Court. Other stories making headlines include: -- In Libya: \"Anti-Gadhafi Forces Renew Assaults On Si... | npr | {
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The Science of Compassion | [
"Kellie Gillespie is in her early 40s. She lives in London. And until a couple of years ago, she was basically an ordinary person. That was before she took a psychology class with Scott Plous of Wesleyan University. \"My life changed after doing Professor Plous' course,\" Kellie says. \"And now I'm studying to be a... | [
"School Funding, Focus On Technology, National Audubon Society, The Android's Dream, Chase's Calendar of Events, Letters from Iwo Jima, Commentary: Exercise and Pre-teen Martial Arts"
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Senate Panel Probes Boeing-Air Force Deal | [
"The Senate Armed Services Committee receives a report from the Pentagon's Inspector General on a scandal involving the Air Force and Boeing. A deal between the two collapsed last year amid allegations of sweetheart deal-making -- a Defense Department official went to jail as a result. Now, the Senate panel will lo... | [
"Good morning, here are our early stories: -- Acting FBI Boss To Take Comey's Place At Senate Intel Hearing. -- Workers Take Jefferson Davis Statue Off Its Pedestal In New Orleans. -- Ex-Massey Energy CEO Completes 1-Year Federal Criminal Sentence. -- Dissident Rebels In Colombia Ignore Peace Treaty And Continue Ex... | npr | {
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Radio Replay: This Is Your Brain On Ads | [
"After you read this sentence, pause for a moment to think back on advertisements you first heard when you were a child. Perhaps you recall a favorite jingle or the catchphrase of a cereal mascot. You probably can remember more than just one. On this week's radio replay, we look at the shelf life of commercials. Ac... | [
"Stories: 1) Paul Farmer Examines Haiti 'After The Earthquake' 2) From Bop To Baroque: The Modern Jazz Quartet 3) Heads Up, TV Fans: Great Shows Start This Week"
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Taking the Congressional Oath of Office with One Hand Clapping | [
"There has been a lot of media attention on the first Muslim member of the Congress, Keith Ellison of Minnesota, who was sworn in with one hand on Thomas Jefferson's copy of the Koran. Less ink has been spilled over the first Buddhist members of the 110th Congress. There are two. Buddhist priest Ron Kobata comments... | [
"From gobbling down nightmarish deep-fried whatevers at state fairs to sucking up to donors, the life of a national politician is full of humbling experiences. But few components of the modern political routine were stranger, more incongruous, or more embarrassing than the Political MySpace Page. With MySpace on th... | npr | {
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Senate Rushes To Get Health Overhaul Bill Passed | [
"Senate health care legislation has taken another step forward. Democrats had enough votes to keep Republicans from being able to filibuster. It was an incredibly hard-fought vote, and senators are on track to vote on it Christmas Eve."
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"Lethal Injection On Trial. Greenhouse Gas Bill To Be Signed as Legal Fights Continue. End Music."
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Tracing the History of Fallujah | [
"NPR's Jennifer Ludden reviews the troubled history of Fallujah with Annas Shallal, a Sunni Muslim who is founder of the group Iraqi-Americans for Peaceful Alternatives."
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"Public Financing of Political Campaigns, The Legend of St. Nicholas, Field Notes: Gorillas, Focus on Technology, Gluten-Free Living, The Big Screen: Forever"
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Daughter of Ex-PM Rues Plight of Malaysian Women | [
"Writing for <em>International Women's Day</em>, the daughter of former Prime Minister Mahathir Mohammad compares the legal status of women in Malaysia to that of blacks in South Africa under apartheid. Activists are at work in Malaysia to repeal a law that bolsters men's rights at women's expense."
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"Oct. 11 is the \"International Day of the Girl\" – proclaimed by the U.N. as a time to look at the challenges girls face and to promote their \"empowerment\" and human rights. What kind of year has it been for girls? We looked at the stories we've done over the past year, and the headlines alone captured both the ... | npr | {
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Getting Graphic at the Haarlem Comics Festival | [
"Frank Browning reports on the bi-annual Haarlem Comics Festival in The Netherlands, which features the work of comic strip artists and graphic novelists from around the world."
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"Taco Truck Controversy. Fire Arts Festival. Hollywood Gentrified. A New Cathedral in Oakland."
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California Utility Company PG&E Faces Potential Liability For Wildfires | [
"Questions are being asked about whether the Pacific Gas and Electric Company’s equipment ignited the Camp Fire that has devastated parts of Northern California. PG&E’s stock dropped more than 20 percent Wednesday, after the company said it could be facing billions of dollars in potential liability for ... | [
"Good morning, here are our early stories: No Peace:Bomb Rips Apart Bus in Tel Aviv; Israel Continues Strikes In Gaza. India Executes Mumbai Attack Gunman. And here are more headlines: Busiest Travel Day Of The Year: Weather, Strikes Make Headaches For Thanksgiving Air Passengers. (ABC) Severe Weather Pummels Nor... | npr | {
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Anwar Ibrahim's Role In Malaysia's Dramatic Advance In Democracy | [
"Steve Inskeep talks to Anwar Ibrahim, president of Malaysia's ruling party, about how he plans a new era of governance. His party ousted a ruling coalition that had been in power for over six decades."
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"It's Friday, and here are some of the stories we're watching: Egypt's 'Smooth Military Coup' Protested. Last Suspect In 1995 Sarin Attack Arrested In Tokyo. Forest Boy Is A Hoax, Police Say. Prosecutors Rest Their Case In Sandusky Sex Assaults Trial. (Philadelphia Inquirer) Britain Proposes Expanding Individual Da... | npr | {
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BP Accused of Cornering Propane Market in 2004 | [
"Federal regulators have accused the energy company BP of cornering the U.S. market for propane in 2004. The alleged market manipulation drove up heating and cooking costs for millions of customers."
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"Stories: 1) Deadly Insurgents With Ties To U.S. Dollars 2) The Trouble With Health Problems Near Gas Fracking"
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Immigrants In Urban Areas Face Special Challenges Around Coronavirus Epidemic | [
"Advocates and medical personnel are warning that urban immigrant communities could be particularly vulnerable to contracting COVID-19."
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"Post-9/11 Border Security Strains U.S.-Mexico Relations. Farmers Seek Relief for Summer's Heat Damage to Crops. End Music."
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Song Premiere And Interview: Today Is The Day, 'Pain Is A Warning' | [
"Download [Windows: Right-Click and \"Save Link As\"; Mac: Control-Click] The one thing you can always expect out of a Today is the Day album is the unexpected. Since 1992, guitarist and vocalist Steve Austin and a revolving cast of musicians (including a couple that went on to form metal juggernauts Mastodon) ... | [
"On this week's New Music Friday, All Songs Considered's Robin Hilton talks to NPR Music guests Ann Powers and Stephen Thompson about the essential new releases for July 27, including the jangly guitar pop of Tony Molina, a celebration of queerness and the company we keep from Thin Lips and whimsical sing-a-longs f... | npr | {
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Watch Natalia Lafourcade's Graceful Elegy, 'Rocío De Todos Los Campos' | [
"Vocalist Natalia Lafourcade has a voice that lures you in quietly — before you know it, she's pulled you deep into her grotto of intimacy and emotion. The Mexican singer-songwriter bared it all on her last album, Hasta La Raíz, a poignant exploration of love and loss that won five Latin Grammys. On her new song, \... | [
"Beginning Thursday, March 27, Alt.Latino hosts Felix Contreras and Jasmine Garsd will visit Mexico City to check out bands playing Vive Latino, the biggest rock and alternative music festival in Latin America. Before they packed their sunscreen, they made this YouTube playlist of the artists they hope to see. The ... | npr | {
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Dog Handler in Abu Ghraib Photo Found Guilty | [
"Sgt. Michael J. Smith is found guilty on six of 13 counts of abusing prisoners at Abu Ghraib. Smith was the dog-handler in a photo of a black dog lunging for an orange-clad prisoner. <em>Palm Beach Post</em> reporter Susan Spencer Wendel talks with Melissa Block about the guilty verdict."
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"Good morning, we're looking at these stories today: Assad Names New Prime Minister, Fighting Continues In Aleppo. Done In a Day: China Wraps Up Murder Trial Of Once-Prominent Politician's Wife. Gunmen Attack Egyptian Police Station In Sinai; Follows Militant Attack On Egyptian Border Post. (UPI) George Zimmerman T... | npr | {
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Voter Reactions to the GOP Debate | [
"How did last night's GOP debate influence Republican voters? Sacramento region reporter Tamara Keith watched the debate with some young Republicans in Sacramento to find out whether this last major debate before Super Tuesday was helpful in guiding their voting decisions."
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"Stories: 1) Candidates' Prescriptions for Health Care Reform 2) Mark McKinney's Outrageous Comic Fortune"
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During World Cup Break Water Surges In Tokyo 24 Percent | [
"Anybody near a TV might figure out why. It was halftime in Russia of Japan's dramatic 2-1 win against Colombia. The water surge apparently reflected millions of viewers simultaneously flushing."
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"Stories: 1) Venturing Inside Bellevue's Psychiatric ER 2) Capitalism's Paradoxes, Writ Personal On Film"
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How Does Barbara Walters Spell 'Overexposed'? F-A-S-C-I-N-A-T-I-N-G | [
"Barbara Walters has released eight of the ten people who will appear on her list of the Most Fascinating People of 2010. Here are those eight names: Sandra Bullock, Betty White, Kate Middleton, Jennifer Lopez, Justin Bieber, Sarah Palin, LeBron James, and -- really, this is the best one -- the cast of Jersey Shore... | [
"Writer Mark Jordan Legan has a roundup of the buzz on this weekend's major film releases: <EM>Flight of the Phoenix</EM>, <EM>Spanglish</EM> and <EM>Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events</EM>."
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Palin Tweets About Gulf Oil Spill: 'Our Prayers R W/U' | [
"Sarah Palin, the 2008 Republican vice presidential nominee and a potential 2012 presidential contender, just issued this \"tweet\" about the massive oil slick heading for the coast of Louisiana and states to the east: Having worked/lived thru Exxon oil spill,my family&I understand Gulf residents' fears.Our prayer... | [
"Good morning. Our early headlines: -- Dozens Killed By Suicide Bomber In Yemen. -- Pakistan Threatens To Overshadow NATO Summit. -- Eclipse Of The Sun: Did You Fall Into The Ring Of Fire's Path? -- Let's Remember Robin Gibb By Saying It: Bee Gees' Disco Years Were Great. Other stories in the news: -- \"White House... | npr | {
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'Retail Theater:' Inflated Retail Prices Meant To Look Like Steals | [
"Ari Shapiro talks with <em>Wall Street Journal</em> reporter Suzanne Kapner about the fake discounts retailers build into their products during the holiday season."
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"Stories: 1) Is Wall Street At Fault For Mortgage Meltdown? 2) Economy's Woes Mean Housing Crisis For Pets, Too"
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Families Impacted By Boeing 737 Max Crashes Give Emotional Testimony | [
"Families of some of the 346 people killed in two crashes of Boeing 737 Max airplanes on Wednesday gave emotional testimony to a congressional committee investigating the now grounded planes."
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"Good morning, here are our early stories: -- Acting FBI Boss To Take Comey's Place At Senate Intel Hearing. -- Workers Take Jefferson Davis Statue Off Its Pedestal In New Orleans. -- Ex-Massey Energy CEO Completes 1-Year Federal Criminal Sentence. -- Dissident Rebels In Colombia Ignore Peace Treaty And Continue Ex... | npr | {
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Why Congress Objects To The Bailout Plan | [
"The outrage was palpable Tuesday as the Senate Banking Committee grilled Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson and Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke on the details of their $700 billion plan to bail out Wall Street with taxpayer funds. But lawmakers are hardly the only ones questioning whether the plan will work. H... | [
"Good morning, here are our early stories: -- Biden: McConnell Refused To Sign Bipartisan Statement On Russian Interference. -- Trump Lashes Out After Schumer Withdraws Offer On Border Wall. -- Remains Of 5 Gas Rig Workers Recovered After Explosion In Oklahoma. -- The Memo, The Bureau And The Missing Texts: Get Cau... | npr | {
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FCC Allows Phone Companies To Block Robocalls By Default | [
"The Federal Communications Commission on Thursday passed a rule that would allow phone providers to block robocalls. Here & Now‘s Jeremy Hobson gets the latest from NPR reporter Merrit Kennedy (@merritk). This article was originally published on WBUR.org."
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"Good morning, here are our early stories: -- Freddie Gray Update: New Speculation On His Death, And Peaceful Protests. -- Just Do It: Obama Tries To Sway Skeptical Democrats On Trade. And here are more early headlines: Obama To Choose Chicago To Host His Presidential Library. (USA Today) Vt. Senator Sanders Declar... | npr | {
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'We Are Not Afraid': Clinton Delivers Grounded, But Not Soaring, Speech | [
"Hillary Clinton accepted her party's nomination on Thursday, completing the field for an American political campaign without historical precedent. Clinton, the first female presidential nominee for a major American party, has now officially become Republican Donald Trump's Democratic rival for the presidency of th... | [
"Stories: 1) David Rakoff's 'Half Empty' Full Of Humor, Guilt 2) 'Stand Up, Speak Out,' Derrick Bell Told Law Students 3) John Wayne: Icon Of America's Booming Confidence 4) 'Ides Of March': These Days, All Politics Is Lowball"
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Martin Taylor: Solo Jazz Guitar | [
"Guitarist Martin Taylor is one of our favorite guests in the KPLU/Jazz24 studios. Not only is he widely acclaimed as one of the finest solo acoustic jazz guitarists alive, he's always great company. Whenever his touring schedule brings him to Seattle, we make sure he pays us a visit. In this lively conversation w... | [
"A Grand Tradition, Bill Frisell Interview, Hope Come True, Portrait of Madame X, Gallery Talk - Watercolors, Conscious Choice Cinema"
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The Rise of Los Rakas | [
"Members of the hip-hop and dancehall group, Los Rakas, share their thoughts growing up poor, Afro-Latino and undocumented in one of the country's toughest cities."
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Two Big Stars But No Sparks In 'The Tourist' | [
"The new movie <em>The Tourist</em> stars two of the biggest names in Hollywood: Angelina Jolie and Johnny Depp. But they don't shine in this not particularly thrilling thriller."
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"Stories: 1) Comedians Chews Up Midlife Foibles 2) Saadiq Revisits R&B Past In 'The Way I See It' 3) Silverman Shocks Her Way To A Third Season 4) Operatives And 'Lies' In Ridley Scott's New Thriller"
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Balancing My Budget: Eating Fudge | [
"You know how people always say that discipline breeds discipline? Good news! An op-ed in the New York Times makes the argument that we've only got a limited amount of willpower -- so you don't have to diet if you're trying to spend less on shoes! (And maybe only shoes will fit you.) Yes, it's slightly more complic... | [
"Bill Kurtis reads three quotes from the week's news...A Flood of Praise; Goodbye Yellow Thick Toad; Add To Grocery Wishlist"
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Biracial Couple Gets Lower House Appraisal With Black Family Member Present | [
"As the country grapples with systemic racism in policing, a biracial couple in Florida reminds us that Black and Brown Americans not only worry about physical safety, but also their economic security. Abena Horton, who is Black, and Alex Horton, who is white, recently decided to refinance their Jacksonville home. ... | [
"Good afternoon. Sorry for being late in our daily roundup. Here's what has been happening so far today: -- Search For Missing Jet Focuses On Objects Seen Off Australia -- Ukrainian Troops' Departure From Crimea Isn't A Simple Matter -- U.S. Adds To Sanctions On Russian Officials -- Westboro Baptist Church Founder ... | npr | {
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Judge Declares Mistrial In Bill Cosby Sexual Assault Case | [
"Updated at 1:05 p.m. ET The judge in the sexual assault case of comedian Bill Cosby has declared a mistrial. After several days of deliberations, the jury could not come to a unanimous agreement on whether Cosby drugged and molested Andrea Constand, a former employee of Temple University, at his home near Philadel... | [
"Good morning. Our early headlines: -- Actress Angelina Jolie Shares Story Of Her Double Mastectomy. -- Russian Security Service Claims To Have Uncovered CIA Agent. -- Afghan Taxes Weigh Heavily On U.S. Contractors, Report Says. -- Book News: Amazon Debuts Its Virtual Currency. Other stories of the morning: -- \"IR... | npr | {
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Pop Culture Happy Hour: Seeing Books Everywhere And Moments Of Grief | [
"This week's show brings back our friend Petra Mayer of NPR Books. Like me, Petra is fresh off a trip to Book Expo America (a/k/a BEA, FYI), where we both heard about a whole lot of new books. We'll mention some of the titles (though in many cases we haven't actually received the books yet), and we'll try to give y... | [
"Stories: 1) Barbara Lea: Remembering A Versatile Cabaret Singer 2) 'Extremely Loud' And Incredibly Manipulative 3) Tina Fey On Life, Motherhood, Writing And Comedy 4) This Weekend, Some New Shows (And Old Favorites)"
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Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg Officiates Same-Sex Marriage | [
"Two months after she joined a landmark Supreme Court decision that the federal government must recognize gay marriages, Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg was officiating such a wedding. On Saturday evening, Ginsburg was to preside over the Washington, D.C., wedding of longtime friend Michael Kaiser, who runs the John F.... | [
"Good morning - here are some of the leading headlines we're following today: 'Picture Perfect Launch' For Private Rocket Headed To Space Station. Deal Reached On Probe Of Iran's Nuclear Program, IAEA Chief Says. Memorial Walk, Moment Of Silence Planned For Joplin On First Anniversary Of Devastating Tornado. (Jopli... | npr | {
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N. Korea Wants to Direct Talks on Missile Test | [
"(AP) - North Korea said Wednesday it wants direct talks with the United States over its apparent plans to test-fire a long-range missile, a day after the country issued a bristling statement in which it declared its right to carry out the launch. President Bush said North Korea faces further isolation from the int... | [
"It's Friday, and we're following these stories: Real-Life Horror: Many Killed, Dozens Wounded At Colorado Movie Theater. Syrian Intelligence Official Dies From Damascus Bombing; 4th Assad Aide To Perish. (Reuters) Syria Denies Russian Envoy's Statement That Assad Ready To Step Down. (RiaNovosti) European Finance M... | npr | {
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In Close Vote, 'Monkey See' Readers Chose Cats Over Dogs; What Say You? | [
"We're curious about whether Two-Way readers agree or disagree with Monkey See readers about this \"important\" issue: Which is better: cats or dogs? Your Two-Way hosts know which way we would vote. But we would never, ever try to influence anyone's opinion with stories about the tail-wagging, barking, \"I'm so gla... | [
"Carl reads three quotes from the week's news: A Surprising Revelation About the GOP Front-Runner; The Supreme Court Rules in Favor of Clean Undies; Palin vs. Couric Round 2."
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Efforts To Restore A Once Booming Black Community See Renewed Push | [
"Dearfield, Colorado, was a booming Black community a century ago. Now there’s a renewed push to preserve the ghost town that remains. Colorado Public Radio’s Bente Birkeland has more. This article was originally published on WBUR.org."
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"Good morning - here are some stories we're following today: Luxury Cars Do Poorly In New Type Of Crash Test. Unsealed Documents 'Hint At The Evidence' In Colorado Shootings. N.J. Gov. Chris Christie, Fla. Senator Marco Rubio To Give Key Speeches At Republican National Convention. (National Journal) Western Wildfir... | npr | {
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Many Crews Remain Aboard Cruise Ships After Passengers Evacuated | [
"Passengers of cruise ships were evacuated weeks ago, but many of the crews remain on board. NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro speaks to the <em>Guardian'</em>s Patrick Greenfield, who has been investigating why."
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"Good Friday morning - here are our early stories: Strong Earthquake Strikes Japan, Triggering Small Tsunami. And here are more early headlines: Skittish Investors Waiting For Latest Unemployment Rate News. (MarketWatch) Egyptian Opposition Refuses To Hold Talks With President Morsi. (BBC) Hamas Political Leader Vi... | npr | {
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Investors See Big Opportunities In Opioid Addiction Treatment | [
"The first time Ray Tamasi got hit up by an investor, it was kind of out of the blue. \"This guy called me up,\" says Tamasi, president of Gosnold on Cape Cod, an addiction treatment center with seven sites in Massachusetts. \"The guy\" represented a group of investors; Tamasi declines to say whom. But they were lo... | [
"Good Friday morning - here are our early stories: Strong Earthquake Strikes Japan, Triggering Small Tsunami. And here are more early headlines: Skittish Investors Waiting For Latest Unemployment Rate News. (MarketWatch) Egyptian Opposition Refuses To Hold Talks With President Morsi. (BBC) Hamas Political Leader Vi... | npr | {
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Whatever Happened To The Economy? | [
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NPR's Book Concierge Is About Discovery And Diversity | [
"The events of 2020 influenced our literary habits: The pandemic drove many Americans to reading. After the killing of George Floyd, the subsequent reckoning on anti-Black racism sparked a surge of interest in Black authors and a focus on underrepresented writers. NPR Books' most recent installment of its annual Bo... | [
"Good morning. Our early headlines: -- Most Victims Of Friday's Massacre In Syria Were Executed, U.N. Says. -- Good News: Beryl Weakened. Better News: It Drenched Parched Areas. -- Italy Rocked By Second Deadly Quake. -- How Do You Spell Precocious? 6-Year-Old Spelling Bee Contestant Would Know. Other top stories: ... | npr | {
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Coral Reefs/ Smallpox Update | [
"<br />Guests: <br /><br /> <STRONG>James Porter</STRONG><br /> * Professor, Ecology and Marine Science<br /> * University of Georgia<br /> * Athens, Georgia<br /><br /> <STRONG>Al Zelicoff</STRONG><br /> * Senior Scientist<br /> * Center for National Security and Arms Control<br /> * Sandia National Laboratories<b... | [
"Fan Fare, The History of Rookwood Pottery, More Fun Than Bowling, Sugarcane Academy, Brasilia, Eclipse: Twilight, Book 3"
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The Days May Be Numbered For Corinthian Colleges' Accreditor | [
"This could be the beginning of the end for the organization that accredited the now bankrupt for-profit Corinthian Colleges. On Wednesday, the U.S. Department of Education took a step toward shutting down the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools by recommending it not be renewed as an accrediti... | [
"Good morning - here are some stories we're following today: Luxury Cars Do Poorly In New Type Of Crash Test. Unsealed Documents 'Hint At The Evidence' In Colorado Shootings. N.J. Gov. Chris Christie, Fla. Senator Marco Rubio To Give Key Speeches At Republican National Convention. (National Journal) Western Wildfir... | npr | {
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Romney's Foreign Agenda: Listen, Learn, Olympics | [
"Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney speaks to the Veterans of Foreign Wars in Reno, Nev., on Tuesday. It's a sort of launching pad for a foreign trip that will take Romney to three countries over the next week: the United Kingdom, Israel and Poland. Romney, a man with a lot of domestic policy experience,... | [
"Good morning. The top story so far, as we've been reporting, is that authorities in Yemen say U.S.-born anti-American al-Qaida cleric Anwar al-Awlaki is dead. We'll keep following that story as it develops. Other top stories: -- \"Obama Administration Widens Challenges To State Immigration Laws.\" (The Washington... | npr | {
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Sneak Preview: The Grand Canyon Skywalk | [
"Jutting out into space, the Grand Canyon Skywalk officially opened Tuesday. The Skywalk is located on the Hualapai American Indian reservation in Arizona. It's a horseshoe-shaped glass-bottomed walkway extending 60 feet out over the edge of the Grand Canyon. The drop off below is 4,000 feet. Television crews from... | [
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Americans Remain Split On Same-Sex Marriage, Gallup Poll Signals | [
"With same-sex marriage back in the news because of Vice President Biden's comment that he's \"absolutely comfortable\" with equal rights for partners in such relationships, the pollsters at Gallup are out with this report: \"Fifty percent of Americans believe same-sex marriages should be recognized by law as vali... | [
"Stem Cell Group Considers Research Grant Applications. Court Blocks New Sex Offender Law Pending Review. Nation's Latino Voters Leaned Democratic. End Music."
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'Deconstruct' The Administrative State? Plenty Of Presidents Have Tried | [
"White House Chief Strategist Steve Bannon said last week that the president’s cabinet secretaries would reduce regulation by deconstructing the government’s so-called “administrative state.” It’s not the first time presidents have promised to dismantle bureaucracy. Here & Now‘s ... | [
"Stories: 1) Blackwater: Private Army In The News Again 2) What's The Word? How English Evolved This Decade"
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Will Iran Deal Meet The Same Fate As A Past U.S.-North Korean Arms Deal? | [
"One of the promises Donald Trump made on the campaign trail was to dismantle or renegotiate the U.S. deal with Iran that limits its nuclear program in exchange for sanctions relief. If he makes good on that promise, it won't be the first time a Republican administration has walked away from an arms deal negotiated... | [
"Good morning, here are our early stories: Panetta: Don't Leap To Conclusions About Gen. Allen. Should Petraeus Scandal Be A Big Topic At Obama's News Conference Today? And here are more early headlines: Long Island Utility Chief Quitting Over Superstorm Sandy Response. (Newsday) Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi To Ann... | npr | {
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Can We Afford State of the Union Proposals? | [
"There is good news, and bad news, from Washington about the federal budget. The non-partisan Congressional Budget Office released new data Wednesday showing that the government's deficit is shrinking. But the CBO is expecting higher spending — and bigger deficits — in coming years. Medicare is costing taxpayers bi... | [
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Writer TRACY JOHNSTON | [
"Writer TRACY JOHNSTON. She's written a new book, \"Shooting the Boh: a Woman's Voyage Down the Wildest River in Borneo,\" (Vintage Books). The book is not only an account of her adventure going down the river dealing with leeches, waterfalls, foot rot, and moldy clothes, but about her own realization that the hot ... | [
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Congress Cracking Down on Earmarks | [
"In Congress, lawmakers are moving toward banning earmarks and jockeying for who gets credit. House Republicans, who earmarked with abandon while they were in charge, are calling for a moratorium on the so-called pet projects. In the Senate, Republican Jim DeMint has a similar proposal."
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"Good morning, here are our early stories: -- Photo Shows Lander Sitting On A Comet; A Bounce-Landing. -- Congress Will Vote On Keystone XL Pipeline, With An Eye On Louisiana. And here are more early headlines: Obama Cautions Burma Against Slow Pace Of Reform. (BBC) India Arrests Doctor In Sterilization Deaths Of S... | npr | {
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The Austin 100: Savannah Sgro | [
"Hometown: Nashville, Tennessee Genre: Pop Why We're Excited: Born in Las Vegas, educated at Berklee and based in Nashville, Savannah Sgro is a hugely promising pro with a flair for drama and an eye toward several genres at once. In the synth-pop gem \"Phobia,\" she exudes wounded vulnerability, aided by a bit of... | [
"The Re-Structuring of Comair, Field Notes: Crystal Clear Science, Essencha Tea House, Isabella Moon, Focus on Technology"
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Butterball President Bob Wright | [
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"Carl reads three quotes from the weeks news: Herman's Her-mistresses; I Love The '70s: Iran; and Onward to Mars!"
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Easing the Pain with Alternative Remedies | [
"Experts agree you can't fight the sniffles by avoiding the outdoors. In fact, most people get ill by staying <EM>in</EM>, breathing air contaminated by sick people. When a cold hits, some turn to alternative remedies. While they're popular, science isn't exactly behind them."
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"Stories: 1) Putting Puppies Behind Bars (For A Good Cause) 2) Forensic Vet Helps Prevent Animal Cruelty 3) Rescuing Katrina's Four-Legged Victims"
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Collection Of Kids' Shoes Carries Message About Gun Violence | [
"Old shoes can tell a story. A mother in New Jersey is hoping her exhibit of old shoes will help young people avoid violence. She's trying to collect a pair of shoes connected to every young person killed by gun violence in the U.S. in 1998 — the year her son was shot to death."
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"Stories: 1) Reporter Explores America's Unique Take on Justice 2) Growing Up In a Surfer Family, Wipeouts and All"
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Iranian Presidential Hopefuls Await Runoff | [
"Friday's presidential elections in Iran featured high voter turnout, and will require a June 24 runoff between the top two vote getters: former president Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani, running as a moderate, and the mayor of Tehran, hardliner Mahmoud Ahmadinejad. The third-place finisher is contesting the results."
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Whitefish Energy Is Out. What Happens Now In Puerto Rico? | [
"The government of Puerto Rico has canceled its contract with the tiny Montana company that was hired to rebuild the island’s devastated electric power grid. Questions are swirling about how a tiny two-person company was awarded a contract without a competitive bidding process. Here & Now‘s Jeremy Hobso... | [
"Good morning - here are some of our early headlines: Protesters Attack U.S. Diplomatic Buildings in Egypt, Libya; One American Worker Killed. (CNN) Chicago Teachers' Strike Starts Third Day, No Breakthrough Seen. (Chicago Tribune) German Court Backs European Bailout Plan. (Wall Street Journal) Two Factory Fires In... | npr | {
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How The Coronavirus Is Affecting Life And Politics In Russia | [
"Russian President Vladimir Putin has acknowledged the impact of the coronavirus, postponing a referendum that could have extended his term in office and ordering Russians not to go to work next week."
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"Good morning, here are our early stories: -- Trump Meets 3 Americans Held In North Korea As They Return To U.S. -- Scientists Warn That Hawaii's Kilauea Volcano Could Erupt 'Ballistic Rocks'. -- Dam Collapse Leaves At Least 20 Dead In Kenya. -- In Election Upset, Malaysia's Mahathir Returns To Power After A Quarte... | npr | {
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Letters: WNBA Champs, Voter Intimidation, Connie Rice, Zero Emissions | [
"NPR's Tavis Smiley shares listener e-mails responding to segments from the past week. A listener sounds off on sports guy George Johnson's ignoring the news that the Seattle Storm women's basketball team captured the WNBA title. Other listeners warn of voter intimidation on both sides of the aisle, offer praise fo... | [
"School Funding, Focus On Technology, National Audubon Society, The Android's Dream, Chase's Calendar of Events, Letters from Iwo Jima, Commentary: Exercise and Pre-teen Martial Arts"
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'Maisel' Actor Alex Borstein | [
"Borstein's won back-to-back Emmys for playing a tough, street-wise talent manager on the Amazon series, 'The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel.' She says the character reminds her of her mother and grandmother. She talks about her roles on 'Mad TV,' 'Getting On,' and being the comic relief in her family. <br/><br/>Also, criti... | [
"Stories: 1) The 'Big Fan' Team: Patton Oswalt, Robert Siegel 2) The Subhumans' Timeless Hardcore Punk"
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White House Campaign Heads into Final Stretch | [
"The Republican convention is expected to give President Bush a boost in the polls against Sen. John Kerry. Hear NPR's Scott Simon, Republican strategist Todd Domke and Democratic media consultant and former Kerry adviser Dan Payne."
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200 Words: Emile Dubuisson On Finding Photography In Siberia | [
"Although I was starting to make documentary films at the time, this was my first experience in still photography. Here, in this surreal setting, on the northern corner of the polar circle, with practically no light in the coldest month of the winter, I began to photograph what I could: a few furtive silhouettes st... | [
"Stories: 1) A Foreign Correspondent Reflects On The Arab Spring 2) El Rego: A Singer From Benin With Soul And Funk"
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What A Justice Kavanaugh Could Mean For The Mueller Investigation And Trump | [
"Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh shares one important view with President Trump: Both are deeply suspicious of any attempt to limit the president's power over executive branch officials. That view could have important consequences for special counsel Robert Mueller's investigation into the Russian interferenc... | [
"Good morning, here are our early stories: -- Biden: McConnell Refused To Sign Bipartisan Statement On Russian Interference. -- Trump Lashes Out After Schumer Withdraws Offer On Border Wall. -- Remains Of 5 Gas Rig Workers Recovered After Explosion In Oklahoma. -- The Memo, The Bureau And The Missing Texts: Get Cau... | npr | {
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Research Supports Claims That Teeth Worsen Without Fluoridated Water | [
"Using Medicaid payment data from towns in Alaska that have rejected fluoride in recent years, a new study supports dentists' claims that teeth get worse when the water supply is not fluoridated."
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'Bittersweet Season' Details Caring For Aging Mom | [
"As part of Morning Edition's Family Matters financial literacy series, Renee Montagne talks to Jane Gross, author of A Bittersweet Season, about caring for her aging mother, and what she wishes she had known before she started."
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"Stories: 1) Michael Chabon: On What 'Manhood' Means 2) A Grandfather's Message To His Autistic Grandson 3) 'Restrepo' And 'The Lottery': Two Places, Two Battles"
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An Unexpected Festival Paints A Different Version Of Kabul | [
"In a land where music was once banned, the Sound Central alternative arts and music festival is in its third year of showcasing the growing cultural scene in Afghanistan. Several thousand Afghans are attending this year's festival featuring live music, poetry, short films, painting and skateboarding."
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Computer-Generated Prescriptions Reduce Errors | [
"Computer programs that allow doctors to write prescriptions are touted as a way to eliminate potentially fatal errors and simplify the process of filling prescriptions correctly. But some doctors shy away from using the programs. Hear NPR's Bob Edwards and Dr. John Birkmeyer, professor of surgery and a health serv... | [
"Stories: 1) Brain Injuries Haunt Football Players Years Later 2) How Traumatic Events Change Our View Of Language"
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'Every Body Yoga' Encourages Self-Love And Everyone To Get On The Mat | [
"Six years ago, Jessamyn Stanley decided to give yoga another try. Years prior she’d been convinced that the exercise was not for her, but this time around was different. Here & Now‘s Robin Young speaks with Stanley (@JessNotJazz), about her new book, “Every Body Yoga: Let Go of Fear, Get On the M... | [
"Stories: 1) How 'Italian Food' Became A Global Sensation 2) Cyro Baptista: Sounds From Everywhere, Evoking Home 3) How Western Diets Are Making The World Sick 4) 'We're Broke': Empty Bank Accounts, Empty Meaning?"
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Starbucks Stores to Offer Music Downloads | [
"Starbucks plans to install individual workstations in its coffee shops, allowing customers to download music and burn customized CDs. Some analysts say the Music Media Bars may reach customers who otherwise might not buy much music. NPR's Wendy Kaufman reports."
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President Obama Sings Michael Jackson's Praises | [
"In his interview with Associated Press reporter Jennifer Loven today, she asked him why it took so long for him to react after news spread last Thursday that Michael Jackson had died. Loven went further, saying that e-mails she has received suggested that some part of the black community was upset with the preside... | [
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North Korea Threatens To Suspend Nuclear Talks With U.S. | [
"A North Korean official says the U.S. missed a golden opportunity at the recent summit in Vietnam, and that Kim Jong Un will soon decide whether to pull out of nuclear negotiations with the U.S."
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A Warrior's Welcome In 'Billy Lynn' | [
"Jonathan Evison's latest novel is The Revised Fundamentals of Caregiving. Every two or three years, if I'm lucky, I get my hands on a novel that I simply can't shut up about, a novel I shout from my humble mountaintop to anyone who will listen, a novel that I hand-sell any time I have a literate audience of one or... | [
"Stories: 1) Carol Levine, Championing The Caregiver's Cause 2) Nolan, Bale: 'Batman' Franchise's New Dynamic Duo 3) Flying High Again With 'The Hawk'"
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Esma Redzepova: 'Queen Of The Gypsies' | [
"Some singers are one-hit wonders, while others make a few albums before fading away. Then there are those who stay popular for generations. In the former Yugoslavia, one woman has had more hits over more years than just about anyone else: Esma Redzepova, also known as \"Queen of the Gypsies.\" Millions around the ... | [
"Stories: 1) The Fresh Air Interview: The Black Keys 2) La Lupe: A Performer Ruled By Instinct, Ecstasy"
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How Climate Change Exacerbates Hurricanes | [
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Bush: Iraq an Ally of 'Growing Strength' | [
"In a primetime speech from the Oval Office, President Bush asserted that the United States is winning the war in Iraq, but admitted setbacks and the doubts of some \"that the war is lost and not worth another dime or another day.\" The president condemned those who have spoken out against the war as \"defeatists\"... | [
"Good morning. Our early headlines: -- 'Path To Citizenship' Part Of Senators' Bipartisan Immigration Plan -- Brazilian Nightclub Disaster: Toxic Smoke, Barriers Blamed For Horrible Toll -- In Egypt: Protests Continue, Opposition Balks At Talks With Morsi -- French And Malian Forces Take Airport In Timbuktu; Islami... | npr | {
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Daniel Levitin: Would Stress Be Less Stressful If We Planned For It In Advance? | [
"Part 1 of the TED Radio Hour episode Prevention. About Daniel Levitin's TED Talk After smashing his basement window to retrieve his misplaced keys, Daniel Levitin wondered, did stress prevent him from making a better choice? And how could he better prepare for these situations? About Daniel Levitin Daniel Levitin ... | [
"Stories: 1) Brain Injuries Haunt Football Players Years Later 2) How Traumatic Events Change Our View Of Language"
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After Fatal Crash With Cyclists, Driver's Tweets Help Spur Murder Charge | [
"An 18-year-old California man stands accused of murder after law enforcement officials upgraded charges against him based on his tweets and driving history. Cody Hall was initially charged with manslaughter for allegedly losing control of his car, which struck and killed a woman riding her bike in Pleasanton, Cali... | [
"Good morning. Our early headlines: -- Actress Angelina Jolie Shares Story Of Her Double Mastectomy. -- Russian Security Service Claims To Have Uncovered CIA Agent. -- Afghan Taxes Weigh Heavily On U.S. Contractors, Report Says. -- Book News: Amazon Debuts Its Virtual Currency. Other stories of the morning: -- \"IR... | npr | {
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Tinsel Tales 3: NPR Christmas Stories | [
"In keeping with a well-loved NPR holiday tradition, Lynn Neary hosts a collection of extraordinary Christmas stories that will transport you to unexpected places. Audie Cornish, Ken Harbaugh, Nina Totenberg and other voices from NPR's past and present tell stories of the season in this hour-long special. Some tale... | [
"The Alf Files, Naked Faces, and Hunky Homers."
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Eating Less Meat Helps The Environment. Here Are Recipes To Help | [
"Each week, people in the U.S. eat the equivalent of three burgers' worth of beef. That's according to Richard Waite, a senior research associate in the food program at the World Resources Institute. But if Americans could reduce that consumption by half, it could have a major impact on creating a more sustainable ... | [
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Her Mother Is In A Nursing Home Where There's A Coronavirus Outbreak | [
"NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with Nicole DiNicola, whose mother resides at the Shuksan Healthcare Center in Bellingham, Wash., which has seen over 30 coronavirus positives between residents and staff."
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"Good Friday morning - here are our early stories: Strong Earthquake Strikes Japan, Triggering Small Tsunami. And here are more early headlines: Skittish Investors Waiting For Latest Unemployment Rate News. (MarketWatch) Egyptian Opposition Refuses To Hold Talks With President Morsi. (BBC) Hamas Political Leader Vi... | npr | {
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In Tiny Ct., A Big Loss For McMahon's $50M Campaign | [
"Republican Senate candidate Linda McMahon, the former CEO of World Wrestling Entertainment, spent close to $50 million on her campaign. Then she lost to state Attorney General Richard Blumenthal -- but not before blowing one last wad of cash on a big party."
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"Good Friday morning, here are our early headlines: Kerry Warns North Korea, But Holds Out Hope For Diplomacy. Dodgers' $147 Million Ace Greinke Breaks Collarbone In Brawl. And here are more early headlines: Deadly Spring Storm Exits Midwest, Heads South. (AP) Authorities Intercept Suspicious Package Addressed To... | npr | {
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Google Is Manipulating Search Results, Study Finds | [
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"Good morning. Our early headlines: -- Protests, Clashes Build Again In Cairo. -- Deal Reached On Greek Debt, Markets Rise In Relief. -- Arafat's Grave Opened, Samples Taken To Be Tested For Poison. Other stories making news: -- \"Fiscal Cliff Compromise: Devil Is In The Definition Of Revenue.\" (It's All Politics)... | npr | {
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How Black Grassroots Organizers In Georgia Changed Politics In A Longtime Republican Stronghold | [
"The historically Republican stronghold of Georgia turned a shade of blue Tuesday night when Democrats won a coveted Senate seat. Rev. Raphael Warnock beat Republican incumbent Kelly Loeffler, making him the first Black senator to represent the state. The second Senate race between Democrat Jon Ossoff and Republica... | [
"Good morning, here are our early stories: -- Biden: McConnell Refused To Sign Bipartisan Statement On Russian Interference. -- Trump Lashes Out After Schumer Withdraws Offer On Border Wall. -- Remains Of 5 Gas Rig Workers Recovered After Explosion In Oklahoma. -- The Memo, The Bureau And The Missing Texts: Get Cau... | npr | {
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Cokie Roberts and the Election's Final Weeks | [
"Host Bob Edwards talks with NPR's Cokie Roberts about the final weeks in this year's presidential election."
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"News Headlines: Jan. 11, 2008 Talk About It:New York Times: Civil Rights Tone Prompts Talk of an Endorsement -- \"Representative James E. Clyburn of South Carolina, the highest-ranking African-American in Congress, said he was rethinking his neutral stance in his state's presidential primary out of disappointment ... | npr | {
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In Defense of 'Colored Girls' | [
"The persistent criticism of For Colored Girls as a yet another film in the canon of Black Female Misery Porn or as being too ambitious, misses the point. It’s like criticizing Schindler’s List for being anti-Semitic or Titanic as a harsh commentary on American naval engineering. For Colored Girls draws from a w... | [
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Widows Face Challenges, Tough Conditions In Iraq | [
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"Good morning, we're looking at these stories today: Assad Names New Prime Minister, Fighting Continues In Aleppo. Done In a Day: China Wraps Up Murder Trial Of Once-Prominent Politician's Wife. Gunmen Attack Egyptian Police Station In Sinai; Follows Militant Attack On Egyptian Border Post. (UPI) George Zimmerman T... | npr | {
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UVA Bans Fraternities Until January In Wake Of Campus Rape Article | [
"Citing \"great sorrow, great rage\" and \"great determination,\" University of Virginia President Teresa A. Sullivan says she's suspending all the school's fraternities until Jan. 9. The move comes days after a Rolling Stone article in which a woman described being gang-raped when she was a freshman in 2012. The m... | [
"Good morning. Our early headlines: -- Louisville Player's Surgery A Success; Leg Break Shouldn't End His Career -- Texas On 'High Alert' After District Attorney's Killing -- It's Almost Cicada Time! Help Radiolab Track #Swarmageddon -- Book News: Shakespeare Was A Tax Evader And Food Hoarder, Researchers Say -- If... | npr | {
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Los Angeles Struggles To Manage Rising Homelessness Beyond Skid Row | [
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"Good Friday morning - here are our early stories: Strong Earthquake Strikes Japan, Triggering Small Tsunami. And here are more early headlines: Skittish Investors Waiting For Latest Unemployment Rate News. (MarketWatch) Egyptian Opposition Refuses To Hold Talks With President Morsi. (BBC) Hamas Political Leader Vi... | npr | {
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Video Games Don't Have To Be Educational To Spark Learning | [
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"Stories: 1) Brain Injuries Haunt Football Players Years Later 2) How Traumatic Events Change Our View Of Language"
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Olmert: 'No Cease-Fire' Until Security Assured | [
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"Good morning. Our first posts today were about: -- Release Of American Hikers Not Imminent, Iran's Judiciary Says. -- Democrats Suffer 'Demoralizing' Defeats In New York And Nevada. -- Inside Kabul Siege Site:Attackers' Bodies, Walls Riddled With Bullet Holes. Other stories making headlines include: -- \"Obama ... | npr | {
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U.S. Open Men's Final Is Battle of Unknowns | [
"The men’s US Open final will pit two relative unknowns against each other: 14th seeded Marin Cilic and 10th seeded Kei Nishikori. It’s the first time in nearly a decade that any Grand Slam final has not included Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic or Rafael Nadal, who have dominated men’s tennis. Here ... | [
"Stories: 1) Going 'One On One' With Sports' Greatest Stars 2) At Midseason, Serial Dramas Serve Up Big Twists"
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Mining Merger Would Create Copper Giant | [
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"Salinas Valley Suspected Source of Contaminated Spinach. Santa Ana Winds Fuel Ventura County Fire. Ballot Measure Campaign Spending. Northwest States Agree to Manage Ocean Jointly. End Music."
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Music Review: CDs from Lee Konitz, John LaPorta | [
"Kevin Whitehead reviews two albums: <EM>Gong With the Wind Suite</EM> from Lee Konitz and Matt Wilson, and the newly remastered <EM>Theme and Variations</EM> from John LaPorta."
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Beyond Earth's Gravity, A Space Opera Goes Flat | [
"In space, not many people can hear you scream. In fact, traveling in a manned spacecraft is probably a bit like working on a soundproof movie set — which is plainly where Europa Report was shot. Tricked up with split screens and digital-video glitchery, this low-budget sci-fi saga emphasizes the claustrophobia and... | [
"Fan Fare, The History of Rookwood Pottery, More Fun Than Bowling, Sugarcane Academy, Brasilia, Eclipse: Twilight, Book 3"
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Robert Earl Keen Plays Not My Job | [
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